So sorry that my use of the word “trialed” which is actually a legitimate word and is used as the past tense of trial is the only thing you took away from my post. The British double the letter “l”. I personally think it conveys a deeper meaning than “to try” since to try something is more of an attempt vs “to trial” which is an opportunity to test something.

It would be wonderful if there were nearby brick and mortar stores where you could actually test every new assisted device on the market today right in the store. It would be staffed by knowledgeable technicians with an understanding of hearing loss. Audiologists generally only know what is proprietary to a particular brand of hearing aid.

FL Mary